The Michigan Bucket List
November 15, 2014
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Michigan is perhaps the most underrated state in the United States. For those that live here, we know how special it is. I’m just going to get straight to the point here with my Michigan Bucket List. These are the top 45 things to do in the Mitten before you die.
(Scroll to the end for the printable version - as listed on Etsy)
1. Hike the Porcupine Mountains
2. Hot Air Balloon At Sunset
3. Complete the Michigan “Shore-to-Shore” trail
4. Sleep on the beach
5. Zipline Boyne
6. Transport to the Sahara at Silver Lake Sand Dunes
7. Road trip M-22
8. Witness the galaxy at the International Dark Sky Park
9. Visit the National Holocaust Memorial
10. Cliff jump in Marquette
11. Disconnect at Nordhouse Dunes
12. Explore Grand Island in winter
13. Soak in the beauty of Tahquamenon Falls
14. Surf Lake Michigan
15. Check out a Grand Rapids Brewery
16. Climb Copper Peak Ski Jump
17. Go sailing
18. Spend the day on Torch Lake
19. Go on a Fall Color Tour
20. Visit Isle Royale
21. Conquer Sleeping Bear Dunes
22. Dog Sled in the U.P.
23. Experience Electric Forest Music Festival
24. Kayak to Turnip Rock
25.Visit the Toy Museum on Beaver Island
26. Climb a Lighthouse
27. Explore ‘The Ledges’ in Grand Ledge
28. Catch a Sunset on The Lakeshore
29. Ice Climb a frozen waterfall
30. See the Soo Locks
31. Hike Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
32. Camp in a Hammock
33. Road-trip around “The Thumb”
34. Spend the night at Big Bay Point Lighthouse
35. Go Mushroom Hunting
36. Sled at the Highlands Castle in Canadian Lakes
37. Get Stranded on South Manitou Island
38. Go to Hell
39. Bike around Mackinac Island
40. Bathe in a waterfall in Munising
41. Visit Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
42. Tour the Historic Ghost Town of Fayette
43. Snowboard/Ski At a Town Resort
44. Rent a Cottage “Up North”
45. Spend a Weekend Off-The-Grid
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How Many Items Have You Completed on The Michigan Bucket List? What is Your Favorite Item On The List?
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Born and raised in rural Michigan, she began exploring the shores of Great Lakes as a teen, often sleeping in her car to save money. Eventually, her urge to explore pushed beyond her Midwest borders. Today, Shalee shares her tips and stories to thousands of readers interested in adventure and outdoor tourism. Her pack now includes two spunky hiking cats and her partner, Josh. Learn more about her here.
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Make it happen…. I went from Jan 2014 feeling great and walking fine to almost handicapped in six months.. Enjoy every second of good health and make all those memories. Good luck!!
how about the hash bash in ann arbor
Go snipe hunting
always a must.. especially when you’re a youngin”
Round Island next to Mackinac Island is a great adventure. You can rent a kayak at
http://mackinackayak.com/ and they will set up a kayak adventure to Round Island. Ask about camping on the island. There is no charge to stay on the island and there is pirate treasure buried there.
mackinac round island: http://youtu.be/_8n7Ye7g6Nw
Canoe the River Raisin in Monroe.
My aunt is a nun in retirement there. We always drive the Raisin River drive into Monroe. How gorgeous!
lakenland sculpture park in the UP. its amazing and its FREE!!!
Great list! I would add Oktoberfest in Frankenmuth.
I remember going to the “Barbarian” Festival back in the 70’s…wild..
Great list & lots of commenters have added some excellent options. But I am amazed that neither (that I could detect) have suggested Walk the Mighty Mac – can only be done one day per year whereas all the others have multiple opportunities.
I would add Frankenmuth, Fishtown in Leland, and the Cherry Festival in Traverse City. When in TC stop by the Grand Traverse Pie Company for a slice of deliciousness, the State Theater for a step back in time, and a perch dinner at Sleders to kiss the moose!!!
I have completed numerous adventures on this list. I would add one to the list that i have done. Visit the BIG HOUSE, UofM! I worked there for a football season, and in the morning before a football game I would run the top walkway around the stadium.
Also add canoe the river raisin or any one of the numerous rivers. Or polar bear swim and Possey lake.